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Computer aided design drafters use CAD systems to develop drawings and schematics for residential and commercial structure construction and product design and creation. Drawings typically contain codes and other detailed specifications relative to the respective design requirements. Entry-level CAD jobs salaries, as of November 2015, average approximately $25,000 to $49,000 per year, or around $12 to $21 per hour, including bonuses and profit sharing. Career paths vary widely in this profession, with advanced employment opportunities as mechanical drafters, mechanical engineers and design architects.